Remote Principal Cybersecurity Architect & Strategic Advisor

Palo Alto Networks; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 239,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Principal Architect to influence client cybersecurity transformation strategies and drive outcomes. You will lead cross-functional teams, align sales campaigns with executive priorities, and deliver architecture roadmaps bridging our security solutions with business needs.

The role requires 10+ years in security, strong executive communication, and deep SASE/Zero Trust expertise, with travel up to 50%+. Remote work from the United States is supported.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an end customer, cybersecurity vendor, or consultant role.
• BSCS or equivalent degree.
• Deep knowledge of core security architectures, networking and cloud security.
• Experience designing, implementing, and operating network security and SASE solutions.
• Executive presence and ability to communicate with C-level leadership.
• Willingness to travel 50%+ of weeks.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain executive-level relationships in strategic accounts.
• Drive strategic architectural engagements to improve sales productivity.
• Provide insights on risk reduction, operations, and cost management.
• Document client transformation goals and develop business cases for measurable benefits.
• Conduct architectural assessments, designs, and client workshops with sales/engineering teams.

Skills

Executive presence

Security architecture

Cloud security

SASE/Zero Trust

Networking fundamentals

Security operations

Education

BSCS or equivalent degree

Job description

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Principal Architect to influence client cybersecurity transformation strategies and drive outcomes. You will lead cross-functional teams, align sales campaigns with executive priorities, and deliver architecture roadmaps bridging our security solutions with business needs.

The role requires 10+ years in security, strong executive communication, and deep SASE/Zero Trust expertise, with travel up to 50%+. Remote work from the United States is supported.